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Support in old age

In its social community centre, older people and their relatives receive advice on issues relating to home and nursing care as well as financial assistance.

Competent authority

Course description

Are you no longer able to cope with everyday life on your own and need advice on home care and financial assistance? The staff at the social community centres (SBH) can help you with many issues that can arise as you get older - for example, financing home help. They can also put you in touch with other organisations.

Flyer in various languages

Prerequisites

It is best to make an appointment by telephone at your local Sozialbürgerhaus.

Required documents

Please bring your ID with you to the appointments.

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Find the responsible authority

Please enter the registration address with street and house number

Related services

Assistance in senior living facilities

If you need to move to an assisted living facility for health reasons, the Social Security Office can help you.

Old people's and service centres (ASZ)

The centres for the elderly and service centres offer local advice and practical help for older people and their relatives.

Community Health Nursing in Hasenbergl

The Community Health Nurse promotes health in communities, advises on prevention, coordinates care, visits clients at home and strengthens self-management.

Grant for the purchase of a computer for senior citizens

If you are a senior citizen and have bought a laptop, computer or tablet, the City of Munich will support your purchase with a grant.

Household help

Help for people who need support from others to continue household chores or physical activities.

Subsidy for meals on wheels/ social lunches

Anyone who is unable to do their shopping or prepare a hot meal can apply for a subsidy for meals on wheels or the social lunch programme.

Dental home visits for the elderly and people in need of care

If you are unable to visit a dental practice due to personal restrictions, you can arrange a home visit.

Notarisation of a health care proxy

Legal guardianship can be avoided by a power of attorney. Authorised representatives are not subject to control by the competent local court.

Munich Care Exchange

Whether inpatient care, short-term care, day care, outpatient care or care at home - the Munich Care Exchange helps you to find suitable offers.

Notarisation of a care directive

With a care directive, you can specify who should - or should not - take on this task if care is required.